Common Vaginal Problems: Trichomoniasis

What is it?

Trichomoniasis a.k.a. trich is a common sexually transmitted infection. Its is usually diagnosed by testing the vaginal fluid in a lab.

What causes it?

It is caused by a tiny parasite called trichomoniasis vaginalis.

What does it look like?

Men do not exhibit any symptoms and it could take 5 to 28 days after exposure for a woman to start exhibiting symptoms.

·        A greenish-yellow, frothy vaginal discharge with a strong smell.

·        Vaginal itching and irritation

·        Pain when urinating

·        Discomfort during sex

·        Lower abdominal pain

How can I get rid of it without meds?

Unfortunately you can’t rid of without medication but there are steps you van take to reduce the risk of infection including:

·        Limit the number of sexual partners you have, preferable to just one.

·        Don’t go back and forth between partners.

·        Use condoms

·        Don’t have sex until you’re clear of the infection.

Tried without meds but it’s still there

Oral or vaginal metronidazole is used to treat trich. You and your partner need to be treated at the same time to prevent reinfection.

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